Senegal HubThe Lions of Teranga suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of Norway, with a score of 3-2. This second consecutive loss at World Cup 2026 puts the Senegalese team in danger of early elimination.
What happened?
The loss to Norway was marked by gross defensive errors, particularly by Kalidou Koulibaly, who received a very low score of 1 out of 10.
Why is this important for Senegal?
This loss puts the Lions of Teranga in a delicate position before their final decisive match against Iraq. The players and coach must regroup to avoid elimination.
What comes next?
Senegal must win their next match against Iraq to have a chance to qualify for the next round. Senegalese fans are anxiously awaiting this decisive match.
| Date | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-15 | France | 1-3 |
| 2026-06-20 | Norway | 2-3 |
Senegalese players, including Idrissa Gana Gueye and Ismaïla Sarr, expressed their disappointment after the loss. Coach Pape Thiaw also received criticism for his player choices and strategy.
